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BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4 Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $58,250 Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | ||
| Difference: $12,745 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $54,239 Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | ||
| Difference: $11,281 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | M3 | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $54,850 | $47,100 |
| Base Invoice | $50,640 | $43,804 |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | 1,400 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 500 |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |
| Technology Package | 3,250 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 500 |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 |
| Prestige Package | 6,300 | |
| Active rear differential | 1,100 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | 1,302 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 466 |
| Premium Package | 1,820 | |
| Technology Package | 2,960 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 466 |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 443 |
| Prestige Package | 5,859 | |
| Active rear differential | 1,024 | |
| Options (change) | 14,020 | 10,275 |
| Options (change) | 12,755 | 9,560 |
| Destination | 825 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $70,995 | $58,250 |
| Total Invoice | $65,520 | $54,239 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,665 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,138 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | M3 | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 333hp V6 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 18/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 505, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $70,995 | $58,250 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -920 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $70,995 | $57,330 |
| Total Invoice | $65,520 | $54,239 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -857 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $65,520 | $53,382 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | M3 | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,830 | $4,750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $920 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -857 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 185.2 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 56.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,693 lb. | 3,637 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 30% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 990 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 41% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1640 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 42% |
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